2001 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 166 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
